Azerbaijan was among the first countries to test eTIR system in practice. "The ECO region is the leading user of the TIR system, accounting for over 70% of TIR carnets issued globally. The information noted that ECO countries have also been at the forefront of eTIR system implementation. According to the information, IRU stands ready to support ECO and its member states in advancing eTIR and broader trade facilitation priorities. "Turki will participate in the 14th ECO Transport Ministerial Meeting in Astana, Kazakhstan, on 14–15 October 2026.